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RICHMOND’S ONL Y CHESS & STEAM CENTER

More Than Classes. A Connected Learning Ecosystem.

Discovery Center at Stony Point™ is Richmond’s Chess + STEAM hub — blending chess, science, gaming, engineering, creativity, AI, tournaments, and community into one connected experience for curious minds.

Whether students are discovering chess for the first time, building robots, preparing for tournaments, exploring technology, or simply looking for a place to belong, Discovery creates pathways for growth through wonder, strategy, and hands-on learning.

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Classes starting at $25/Session

Flexible Summer Payment Plans

Memberships Starting at $100

Sibling & Educator Discounts

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Testimonials

  • "My son has truly found his people here. I love the coaches and their enthusiasm for the kids ad chess and steam learning. My son calls it his 'happy' place."

    —Elizabeth M.

  • "The Discovery Center treats my kiddo like the ball of excitement that she is and harnesses her excitement for good. They are welcoming, inclusive, and downright joyful --it's infectious!

    —Carissa F.

  • "My son (10) loves the Discovery Center! He is always interested in the content and learns new things that is interesting to him."

    —Emily L.

Discovery pathways help parents understand where students begin, how they grow, and what opportunities come next — from beginner discovery to advanced strategy, leadership, innovation, and community.

 
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Every Discovery Journey Starts Somewhere.

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Inventing the Future of Learning

Preparing Young People with the Human Skills to Thrive in an AI-Shaped World

At Discovery Center at Stony Point™, we believe the future belongs to learners who can think strategically, adapt creatively, communicate confidently, and solve problems across disciplines.

That’s why we’ve built Richmond’s only integrated Chess + STEAM learning ecosystem.

We do not view chess as simply a game.
We view it as a foundation for strategic literacy — the ability to think ahead, recognize patterns, evaluate decisions, adapt under pressure, and develop disciplined confidence.

When combined with science, technology, engineering, art, and innovation, chess becomes a powerful framework for preparing young people for an AI-shaped future

Why CHESS + STEAM

The world is changing rapidly.

Artificial intelligence can automate information.
But it cannot replace curiosity, creativity, resilience, ethical thinking, imagination, communication, or human connection.

Those are the skills Discovery Center was built to strengthen.

Our programs blend:

  • Chess strategy and decision-making

  • Science and engineering exploration

  • Technology and computer science

  • Creativity and innovation

  • Collaboration and communication

  • Confidence and independent thinking

The result is an experience where children do more than memorize information — they learn how to think.

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